What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at Utah Podiatry Group LLC?
Description
Advanced Foot & Ankle Center offers a wide range of services, from routine foot care to surgery and hospital care, diabetic foot care, and emergency, same day appointments. We have 6 convenient locations in Bountiful, Heber City, Park City, West Jordan, and Salt Lake City.
Our team is looking for a hard-working medical assistant who will work with the physicians and other members of the practice by performing a variety of clinical and administrative duties floating to different locations. This person will work to fulfill patient needs and ensure smooth patient flow within the practice.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Greet patients on the phone and in person
- Place patients in the exam rooms
- Take vital signs of patients
- Assist and setup up for examination, treatment, and procedures
- Keep accurate patient files
- Apply dressing, bandages, and splints as ordered by podiatrist
- Maintain a sanitized and safe working environment
- Maintain HIPAA
Requirements
- Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work unsupervised or with minimal supervision
- Strong computer skills and use of Microsoft Office
- Knowledge of basic medical procedures such as dressing a wound
- Strong communication skills and ability to actively listen
- Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy
- Strong organizational and clerical skills to maintain patient files and perform office duties
- Customer services skills
- Knowledge of safety and sanitation procedures
Education and Experience
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Current American Heart Association CPR Certification
- Certification from an approved medical assistant program or equivalent combination of training
- EMR Experience, Athena or ModMed experience is a plus
Benefits of Working with Desert Foot and Ankle
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
- HSA with Employer Contribution
- FSA
- Generous PTO Program
- 401k with a 3% Match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Schedule
- Monday: Float
- Tuesday: St Marks - 8 am - 5 pm
- Wednesday: West Jordan - 8 am - 5 pm
- Thursday: Float
- Friday: St Marks 8 am - 12 pm
To find out more, visit https://balancehealth.com/brand/advanced-foot-and-ankle-center/